Employee Benefits

AUGUST 22, 2024

Just two-fifths (40%) of employers offer staff support around their physical health to help them stay in or return to work, if they are injured or have a new illness or disability, according to research by industry body Group Risk Development (Grid). Its survey of 500 HR decision-makers at UK organisations also found that just over one-third (38%) of respondents provide support for mental health, such as mental health first aiders, an employee assistance programme and counselling, with the same

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Employee Benefit News

AUGUST 20, 2024

Regardless of company size, the right tools can enable better management and planning of healthcare offerings.

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Workplace Insight

AUGUST 19, 2024

There’s a lot to be said for not being slaves to the clock and the screen. Ironically, the way we measure time has its roots in a famous instance of daydreaming. The story goes that in 1583 a young student at the University of Pisa called Galileo Galilei was daydreaming in the pews while his fellow students were dutifully reciting their prayers. He noticed that one of the altar lamps was swaying back and forth and even as its energy dissipated, the arc of each swing slowed so that each took the

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Money Talk

AUGUST 22, 2024

As I noted last week , I slowly made my way since last December through over a dozen video recordings of presentations made at the 2023 Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE) Symposium. Below is another very eclectic summary of key take-aways from recorded presentations on topics of personal interest: Debt Repayment Acceleration - The best way to pay off debt quickly is a “rollover method” where extra payments on debt get shifted from one creditor to another as debts

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Best Money Moves

AUGUST 19, 2024

5 surprising symptoms of financial stress (and 5 helpful solutions). The effects of financial stress can be devastating to your workforce. Learn what to look out for and how you can make a difference. Employee financial stress has been in the spotlight throughout 2024 amid continued inflation and economic uncertainty. In a survey of 2,000 Americans, MarketWatch found that 88 percent of respondents reported feeling some form of financial strain and 65 percent felt that finances were the top sourc

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Workplace Insight

AUGUST 22, 2024

The United Kingdom’s commercial property market is showing signs of a quicker recovery than the rest of Europe, following a challenging two-year period marked by high interest rates and the ongoing re-evaluation of the role offices. According to the Green Street Index, the office market continues to be the most sluggish sector. The latest data suggests that both deal volumes and property values in the UK have seen an increase in the first half of 2024.

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PeopleKeep

AUGUST 22, 2024

Offering a comprehensive benefits package with health insurance is critical to having engaged and satisfied employees. But if your team includes some of the 22 million U.S. adults who work remotely, you may find it challenging to find a health plan that works 1. Plan types, health insurance providers, policy costs, and regulations vary by state. These inconsistencies can make it difficult for small employers with remote workers in multiple states to find a suitable health benefit.

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Employee Benefit News

AUGUST 23, 2024

Employers who use isolved's employee management system will now have the option to offer their workers access to FinFit's financial platform.

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3Sixty Insights

AUGUST 21, 2024

Fostering a highly innovative small business or start-up can require a visionary founder, a great product, and substantial investment, but it is predicated on having the right workforce supporting it with top talent and expertise to drive continued success. However, when most entrepreneurs start their businesses, they don’t envision being bogged down in the HR administrative details.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 19, 2024

Owning and operating a fleet of vehicles is complex. From managing maintenance and repairs, to fuel management, to ensuring you have the parts and tools you need to keep your vehicles on the road, there’s a lot of oversight required. While the use of fleet cards can help you manage fuel spend, the best fleet card programs go beyond just fuel. Partnering with a fleet card company, like WEX, you’ll have the ability to expand your oversight and management beyond fuel.

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Vantage Circle

AUGUST 23, 2024

Employee recognition is a critical component of a thriving workplace, but how can its impact be effectively measured? Utilizing data-driven approaches to track and evaluate recognition programs can provide valuable insights, ensuring that appreciation efforts not only boost morale but also contribute to overall organizational success. This blog explores the key metrics and strategies for measuring employee recognition, turning appreciation into a powerful tool for driving performance and engagem

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HR Digest

AUGUST 17, 2024

Starbucks has been sued for a third time by a company that accused the coffee chain of stealing its concept for coffee-flavored lipstick and lip gloss. Balmuccino has filed a lawsuit against Starbucks, accusing the coffee giant of stealing its idea for coffee-flavored lipstick and gloss. The Starbucks coffee flavored lipstick lawsuit was filed in Manhattan federal court following two previous dismissals.

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Employee Benefits

AUGUST 23, 2024

Two-fifths (40%) of employers cite rising workloads as the main reason for staff being off work with mental health illness , according to research by health and wellbeing provider HCML. Its survey of 503 employees in organisations with more than 50 workers, and 200 HR leads, HR directors, heads of wellbeing and people directors at businesses with between 50 and 5,000 employees also found employers that said mental health conditions were the main reason for staff absence in the last six months, r

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Employee Benefit News

AUGUST 22, 2024

According to ComPsych, one in ten of all leaves of absence are due to poor mental health and burnout.

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Workplace Insight

AUGUST 21, 2024

This unprepossessing building in Peterborough has been named as one of the world’s leading workplaces by Leesman. The Government Property Agency (GPA) office hub building is the second building belonging to the GPA that has achieved Leesman+ certification – global recognition of exceptional workplace experiences which only six public sector offices worldwide have ever attained.

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PayrollOrg

AUGUST 23, 2024

The New York Department of Taxation and Finance has announced that changes will be coming to withholding tax and wage reporting forms and the online Web File services. The changes will impact employers on the filings due in March 2025.

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Employee Benefits

AUGUST 21, 2024

Credit: Colin Burdett / Shutterstock.com Holiday park operator Parkdean Resorts has introduced dedicated support and services to its employees who are going through the menopause. Workers at all of Parkdean Resorts’ UK parks and offices can now access an online menopause clinic that provides holistic care, provided by My Menopause Centre. In a 45-minute fast-track consultation with a specialist doctor, employees can receive personalised support.

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Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Employee Benefit News

AUGUST 19, 2024

Four workers explain how employer-sponsored meditation apps, work flexibility and stipends boost personal health and job performance.

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3Sixty Insights

AUGUST 22, 2024

Welcome to the fourth podcast in The Five Talents that Really Matter series. In this podcast we begin to introduce the five talents, beginning with Setting Direction and Controlling Traffic. There is a familiar phrase: “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll probably end up somewhere else.” While setting direction is where all great strategies begin, in our conversation with Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton, the authors of The Five Talents, we learn that it might be one of the rar

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PayrollOrg

AUGUST 21, 2024

Sponsored by Oracle Cloud HCM, this free webinar for members, “Turbocharge Your Business: Master Payroll and Time Management for Peak Performance,” on August 7 at 1:00 p.m. ET unlocks game-changing strategies and expert insights to propel your business and boost your bottom line.

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Employee Benefits

AUGUST 19, 2024

Take part in our latest readers’ poll on a current topical issue. Earlier this month, Employee Benefits reported that one in three (34%) UK organisations admitted they do not offer financial advice, according to new research by Close Brothers’ Workplace Financial Wellbeing Service. The findings revealed that this increases to 51% of employers with fewer than 500 employees.

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Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive

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Employee Benefit News

AUGUST 21, 2024

Employers whose workforce includes the nation's fastest-growing employee population are positioned to address a quickly-expanding mental health gap.

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InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 22, 2024

Voluntary group life insurance is offered to employees as an optional benefit, and often employers will pay the small premium as an employee retention tool and to provide workers some peace of mind for their families. There are various avenues for funding these group plans, and different underwriting criteria that can either reduce or increase the premium amounts.

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PayrollOrg

AUGUST 19, 2024

Money Matters is an annual program that, through the help of volunteers, teaches paycheck basics to young adults. Learn how to make an impact as a volunteer; also, apply now for a Money Matters Scholarship, open until September 30, 2024.

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Employee Benefits

AUGUST 19, 2024

Credit: Mistervlad/Shutterstock Need to know: The Labour government’s Employment Rights Bill will enhance employee rights but there are concerns that proposals could have unintended consequences, adding cost, disadvantaging some businesses and their employees, and affecting recruitment strategies. Extending pay gap reporting to ethnicity and disability may require a rethink on data collection but also around the way the information is reported and how the detail shapes the business.

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Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.

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